July 1985 – Volume 9 • Number 7
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Articles in July 1985
Kenny Malone’s Quest For Knowledge
The one thing that Kenny Malone wanted to communicate most during our interview was a sense of joy. He told me so, although he didn't have to. His whole make-up—who he is as a person and how he approaches music—is…
Johnny Blowers
His students know he's experienced, but it's doubtful that many realize just how experienced drummer Johnny Blowers is. In a career that spans six decades, Blowers has recorded with jazz greats such as Sidney Bechet, Bobby Hackett, Eddie Condon, Red…
July 1985 - Volume 9 • Number 7
Rod Morgenstein, Kenny Malone, Tommy Campbell, Adam Woods, Phil Collins, Johnny Blowers, Ed Shaughnessy, Vinnie Colaiuta, Kelly Keagy
Tommy Campbell — Progressive Chops
The date: May 20, 1984. The place: the Entermedia Theatre. The event: Zildjian Day in New York. Some of the greatest drumming talents in the world took the stage to display their craft. The artists appearing that day were Alex…
Drumming And Recording
A red light means "go," but only in the music business. In every recording studio, the red light means "musicians at work." The red light means it is time to be serious. The red light means this is a "take.''…
The Quarter-Note Funk Hi-Hat Style
The quarter-note hi-hat style has a distinctive sound and feel that makes it well worth the extra effort required to perfect it. I first heard this style played by Clyde Stubblefield on James Brown's recording of "Mother Popcorn," and many…
